Audi A8 L 50 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

Sedan · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

Sedan · Electric · AWD

Car A

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

A premium AWD diesel with strong torque and long-haul efficiency, the A8 L 50 TDI suits road trips and year-round commuting. It’s quick and spacious for five with a 505 L trunk, but it won’t satisfy tight budgets or cargo-heavy needs.

5 seatsSedanDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

A long-range, high-power electric AWD 5-seater, the EQS 580 4MATIC focuses on premium comfort and road-trip ease. It delivers serious performance and useful cargo space, but it won’t suit budget-first or city-focused buyers.

5 seatsSedanElectric5-star safety523 hpAWDElectric

Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 54 / 57

City 30 / 26

Budget / value 24 / 5

Road trip 71 / 91

Performance 40 / 44

Cargo 28 / 34

Practical 33 / 25

Premium 67 / 76

Winter 70 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi A8 L 50 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi A8 L 50 TDI Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

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Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

Diesel efficiency (6.7 L/100 km) supports long-distance road trips
600 Nm torque and 286 hp make overtakes effortless
AWD adds confidence in winter and poor weather
505 L trunk and five seats suit growing families
Price of 86,900 doesn’t align with budget-focused priorities
Diesel-only powertrain won’t suit buyers avoiding diesel
Not designed for cargo-heavy hauling despite a large trunk
0–100 km/h in 5.9 s may not satisfy maximum-acceleration seekers

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

770 km claimed range supports long-distance travel.
523 hp and 4.1 s 0–100 km/h enable effortless passing.
AWD traction is reassuring in winter conditions.
610 L cargo space and 5 seats work well for family trips.
Price of 103,300 targets luxury shoppers, not value seekers.
Combined consumption figure is not provided for easy efficiency comparison.
Two-row, five-seat layout only; no third-row option.
More capability than needed for short, urban commutes.

Verdict

Pick Audi A8 L 50 TDI if…

Lower entry price

Audi A8 L 50 TDI starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC puts out 523 hp vs 286 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi A8 L 50 TDI

Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4MATIC

Verdict

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